Philip Minardo and Orlando Marrazzo for judge

Along with all the city races, there will also be two elections for Staten Island judgeships on the ballot Tuesday. But there won’t be much selection in these elections. Both candidates have been endorsed by the two major parties as well as the Independence, Conservative and Working Families parties, and are running unopposed.

One is familiar: Justice Philip Minardo, the supervising judge of Richmond County, is running for a new term in state Supreme Court. This proven jurist has distinguished himself on the bench and deserves it.

The second, is a newcomer. Orlando (Lindy) Marrazzo, a candidate for Civil Court, is thought to be the first non-incumbent in borough history has been endorsed by every significant political party. That’s a testament to how highly party officials think of him.

Voters will have one choice in these contests. They can vote for these candidates or refrain altogether. We think both are superior candidates and deserve Staten Islanders’ support.